Shinken Folded Katana
When you are looking for combination of beauty and functionality - nothing
compares to a high quality hand forged and folded katana. We offer
Swedish Powdered Steel and
L6/Bainite folded katana from the Hanwei forge.
The hamon (differentially tempered edge) and hada (folding pattern) is clearly
visible.
Tamahagane - Traditional Japanese Steel
The Paper Crane Daisho (Katana and Wakizashi) is without
doubt the greatest achievement in sword making artistry yet
available from Hanwei. The blade is crafted from Hanwei's own
Tamahagane steel (see below) while the fittings reflect the
atmosphere of the Japanese theater. The Daisho's name stems from
the origami (the art of paper folding) cranes that decorate the
striking Tsuba and Fuchi/Kashira, all of which feature
highly-prized "Nanako" or stippled backgrounds. The Menuki
feature thespian masks, a symbol shared by the Japanese theater
and its western counterpart. The Saya of the katana houses a
Kozuka (small knife) while that of the Wakizashi carries a Kogai
(hair pick) The Kozuka and Kogai are decorated with musical
instruments of the theater. The Paper Crane theme is carried to
the outstanding hand woven silk Sageo, the result of many hours
of skilled work on a hand loom.
The Tiger Katana has been re-designed from kissaki
to kashira. Utilizing a hand forged and folded Performance Series katana blade
and some of the finest fittings available, the Tiger is equally at home as a
cutting blade or showpiece. The K120C powder steel blade is differentially
tempered using the traditional claying method which produces a HRC60 edge and
HRC40 back. This allows for superior edge holding and cutting ability while
allowing the blade to absorb the shock of a blow. The hamon (temper line) and
hada (folding pattern) are very prominent. The koshirae (fittings) are all made
from blackened bronze and detailed in gold. The tsuba (guard) is made from
blackened iron with a ‘stalking tiger'motif. The same is of the finest ray skin
while the tsuka-ito (handle wrap) and sageo (scabbard cord) are made from
top-quality Japanese cotton. The Tiger is supplied with a protective cloth bag
and traditional maintenance kit.
Tori XL
 | Tori XL Light
| Tori Elite
The Tori katana is an all-new design from CAS/Hanwei that incorporates truly
elegant furniture with the functionality of our performance series. The K120C
powder steel blade is differentially tempered using the traditional claying
method which produces a HRC60 edge and HRC40 back. This allows for superior edge
holding and cutting ability while allowing the blade to absorb the shock of a
blow. The hamon (temper line) and hada (folding pattern) are very prominent.
Featuring a flying crane tsuba, brown leather tsuka-ito over black same and a
dark brown/black saya, the Tori is available in three folded steel cutting blade
profiles and three Iaito blade lengths. This is undoubtedly one of the most
elegant mounts ever crafted by CAS/Hanwei. This katana was designed and built
specifically for martial artists.
The Story of the 47 Ronin is one of the most
celebrated and influential tales of the Samurai from the Edo period. Lord Asano
was a powerful Daimyo ordered by the Shogun to entertain guests of the Imperial
Family. The highest ranking master of protocol, Kira, was given the task of
teaching Asano, among others, proper matters of etiquette in this task. Lord
Asano and Kira quickly grew to dislike each other and the teacher insulted his
student at every opportunity. No longer able to contain himself, Asano drew his
sword upon Kira, wounding him in the attack. This act led to Asano's ordered
suicide (seppuku) and the confiscation of his property. On December 14, 1702,
nearly one year after Asano's death, 47 of Asano's men (now Ronin), descended
upon the mansion of Kira to exact their revenge. After a fierce battle, the
Ronin demanded that Kira commit seppuku for his transgressions against their
former master. When he refused he was beheaded. For their actions the Ronin were
themselves sentenced to death by seppuku. They are buried together at the
Sengakuji, offering a true testament to the loyalty inherent in the Samurai.
For those wishing to build a custom Samurai sword on a Hanwei
blade, we offer in Shirasaya the blade used in the Classic Tiger Katana, which
has met the cutting demands of users worldwide. This is the ungrooved version.
It is forged and folded in ASSAB K-120C powder steel, differentially tempered in
the traditional fashion with a distinctive hamon, and is pre-fitted with its
habaki. The Japanese hardwood Shirasaya is solidly made to provide safe storage
of the blade.
This masterful production by Hanwei combines the
elements of one of the four most popular Chinese classic
novels, written in the 14th Century, with an elegantly
crafted and superbly decorated Tachi. Shui Hu Chuan
(Water Margin Chronicles), translated in 1933 by Nobel
Laureate Pearl S. Buck as "All Men are Brothers" is a
truly epic tale of a band of outlaws who, in Robin Hood
fashion, attempt to overthrow a corrupt government in
the name of the Emperor. This Tachi tells the story in a
series of exquisitely detailed bas-relief panels on the
sides of the Tsuka and Saya, held in place by retainers
that are themselves lavishly decorated in a
Chrysanthemum motif. The blade of the Tachi is no less
outstanding – forged and folded from Swedish Powder
Steel, with a hamon displaying elements of both notare
and gunome, it is in itself a work of art.
The Kami katana has a hand-forged and folded K120C
powder steel blade with a long (o) kissaki featuring a
hand engraved "Fudo" Horomono and Bo-Hi. The folding
process creates exceptional hada, or grain pattern,
along the blade accentuated by the distinctive hamon.
Saya are deeply lacquered in red, with a black
ring-carved section at the mouth. The ray skin used on
the tsuka is of the highest quality, and the tsuka-ito
and the sageo are woven from best quality Japanese silk.
The Fuchi, Kashira, Kojiri, Koiguchi and Kurigata are
all made from blackened bronze, with decoration in
relief and selective detailing of copper, silver and
gold. The Tsuba, depicting the Kami, or Guardian
Warriors, are made from hardened blackened copper, with
decoration in relief and selective silver and gold
detailing. The Habaki is of two-piece construction, the
inner section being copper and the outer section
gold-plated brass.
The Hanwei Orchid is as quick as it is beautiful with
a relatively light blade of folded K120C and striking
koshirae. The hamon is prominent and the hada shows
distinct layers. High quality ray skin (same) is used on
the tsuka, and the tsuka-ito and sageo are woven from
premium Japanese cotton. The tsuba is of blackened iron,
with an Orchid and Butterfly decoration inlaid in
silver, brass and copper. The saya are deeply lacquered
in blue with buffalo horn koiguchi and kurikata. The
fuchi, kashira and kojiri are of bronzed iron with
silver and gold detailing. The habaki is of one-piece
brass construction.
The Tiger classic has a hand forged and folded blade made of ASSAB-K120C
powder steel. It is differentially tempered to produce an HRC60 edge and a
HRC40 back with a distinctive hamon. The Saya is deeply lacquered in black
with inlaid brass bamboo leaves. The ray skin used on the tsuka is of the
highest quality, and the tsuka-ito and sageo are woven from best quality
Japanese cotton. The Fuchi, Kashira, Kojiri, Koiguchi and Kurigata are all made
from blackened bronzed iron, selectively detailed in gold. The Tsuba is made
from blackened iron, with a tiger inlaid in brass. The Habaki is of one-piece
brass construction. The blade is grooved on both sides, with a short Kissaki.
Bushido, or "Way of the Warrior", defines the code of conduct
an honorable Samurai must follow. Much more than the western
ideal of chivalry Bushido is a way of life; in both ancient and
modern times. The koshirae of the Bushido set features various
samurai battle scenes. The blades of eash are hand-forged and
folded from K120C powder steel. The saya are deeply lacquered in
gold with inlaid brass cherry blossom (sakura) flowers. High
quality ray skin (same) is used on the tsuka of the katana and
wakizashi, while the tsuka of the tanto is a gold-plated brass
with decoration in relief. The tsuba of the katana and wakizashi
is of blackened and bronzed iron, with detailing in gold and
silver and a battle scene decoration. The tsuka-ito on the
katana and wakizashi and the sageo on all three pieces are woven
from premium Japanese cotton. The fuchi and kashira are of
blackened bronze with brass detailing, and the kojiri, koiguchi
and kurikata are of polished buffalo horn. The habaki is a
one-piece brass construction. The katana and wakizashi blades
are un-grooved, while the tanto blade is grooved (bo-hi) on both
sides. The katana and wakizashi have medium-length (chu) kissaki.
The Praying Mantis is a symbol of cunning and
power in Japanese culture and is consequently a highly respected theme in
Samurai swords. Built on the new L6/Bainite blade in the Shobu Zukuri style with
Bo-Hi, and featuring superb koshirae, the Praying Mantis is a very desirable and
functional piece. The subdued green silk ito and deep brown of the lacquered
saya provide handsome contrast to the dark copper and golden accents of the
tsuba, fuchi and kashira. The stalking mantis lies in wait for his next prey,
mirroring the power and grace in this exceptional katana. The Praying
Mantis was recently redesigned with a straight hamon.
The Oni is a folded L6 / Bainite katana with 29" performance
geometry blade and a 14" tsuka. Black iron fittings have a oni
(demon) theme. Black lacquered saya and black same / silk ito. Bainite is a structure of high-carbon steel that combines
great strength with excellent flexibility and shock absorption
characteristics. It has been known as an exemplary Katana blade
component for a number of years but its use has been restricted
to a few top-class master smiths, due to the difficulties
involved in performing the exacting heat treatment procedures
necessary for the production of a Bainite blade body in
combination with the very hard Martensite Yakiba (edge section)
required for Katana blades.
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permission and consent of a parent or legal guardian. These are real weapons and
not toys. They are very sharp and should always be treated with care. Be careful
to never put yourself or anyone else in danger. Nihonzashi LLC, its
employees, and associated companies are not responsibility for an injury, damage
or loss incurred by use or miss-use of any merchandise sold on this site. It is
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